What are the main factors that influence a Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer III's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer 's salary?

A Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer 's salary grows with experience: an Entry Materials Engineer (0-2 years)earns $79,356, an Intermediate Materials Engineer (2-4 years)earns $93,733, a Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $106,104, a Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $129,522, an Expert Materials Engineer (7-10 years)earns $158,457,

What are the highest paying states for a Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer III?

Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer III salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer III roles are District of Columbia $113,400, California $112,900, Massachusetts $111,400. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer V: $152,840; Materials Evaluation and Analysis Manager: $141,500; Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer IV: $125,000; Materials Processing Engineer III: $113,667; Failure Analysis Engineer III: $112,600.

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Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer III Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer III make in Rhode Island?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer III in Rhode Island is $106,200 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $51.

However, a Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer III's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $124,731
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $96,300 to $115,900
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $87,287

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Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer III Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$115,900	$9,658	$2,229	$56
Average	$106,200	$8,850	$2,042	$51
25th Percentile	$96,300	$8,025	$1,852	$46

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Key Factors That Influence Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer III Salaries

A Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer III's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer III's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry Materials Engineer (0-2 years): $79,356
Intermediate Materials Engineer (2-4 years): $93,733
Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer III (4-7 years): $106,104
Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer IV (7+ years): $129,522
Expert Materials Engineer (7-10 years): $158,457

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Entry Materials Engineer	0-2 years	$79,356
Intermediate Materials Engineer	2-4 years	$93,733
Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer III	4-7 years	$106,104
Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer IV	7+ years	$129,522
Expert Materials Engineer	7-10 years	$158,457

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How Do Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer III Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer IIIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $113,400.
California: $112,900.
Massachusetts: $111,400.

District of Columbia $113,400 California $112,900 Massachusetts $111,400 Washington $111,000 New Jersey $111,000 Alaska $110,800 Connecticut $109,400 New York $108,800

Hawaii $107,000 Rhode Island $106,200 Maryland $105,600 Minnesota $104,800 Colorado $104,500 Illinois $104,400 Oregon $104,000 Delaware $103,700

New Hampshire $103,500 Virginia $103,100 Pennsylvania $101,900 Nevada $101,300 North Dakota $101,100 Michigan $100,800 Wisconsin $100,700 Vermont $100,500

Texas $99,900 Arizona $99,800 Maine $99,800 Ohio $99,700 Georgia $98,800 Indiana $98,300 Wyoming $98,200 Utah $98,000

Iowa $98,000 Kansas $97,500 Louisiana $97,400 North Carolina $97,300 Missouri $97,300 Florida $96,900 Montana $96,700 Nebraska $96,500

Kentucky $96,400 South Carolina $95,900 Tennessee $95,700 Idaho $95,600 New Mexico $94,800 Oklahoma $94,700 Alabama $94,100 South Dakota $93,100

Arkansas $92,500 West Virginia $92,200 Mississippi $91,300

Top Paying Cities for Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer IIIs

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Adamsville: $107,500
Albion: $106,600
Ashaway: $107,300

Adamsville, RI $107,500 Albion, RI $106,600 Ashaway, RI $107,300 Barrington, RI $106,300 Block Island, RI $106,900 Bradford, RI $107,200 Bristol, RI $106,700 Carolina, RI $107,000

Charlestown, RI $107,100 Chepachet, RI $106,900 Clayville, RI $106,600 Coventry, RI $106,600 West Greenwich, RI $106,900 East Greenwich, RI $106,500 Exeter, RI $106,800 Fiskeville, RI $106,300

Forestdale, RI $107,100 Foster, RI $106,800 Glendale, RI $107,100 Greene, RI $106,900 Greenville, RI $106,300 Harmony, RI $106,500 Harrisville, RI $107,100 Hope, RI $106,400

Hope Valley, RI $107,200 Hopkinton, RI $107,300 Jamestown, RI $107,000 Kenyon, RI $107,000 Little Compton, RI $107,500 Manville, RI $106,700 Mapleville, RI $106,900 Newport, RI $107,100

Middletown, RI $107,100 North Kingstown, RI $106,700 North Scituate, RI $106,500 Oakland, RI $107,000 Pascoag, RI $107,100 Pawtucket, RI $106,100 Central Falls, RI $106,200 Cumberland, RI $106,800

Lincoln, RI $106,300 Portsmouth, RI $107,100 Prudence Island, RI $106,800 Rockville, RI $107,300 Saunderstown, RI $106,900 Shannock, RI $107,000 Slatersville, RI $107,100 Slocum, RI $106,900

Tiverton, RI $107,400 Wakefield, RI $107,000 Kingston, RI $107,000 Narragansett, RI $107,000 Peace Dale, RI $107,000 Warren, RI $106,600 Warwick, RI $106,300 Westerly, RI $107,300

West Kingston, RI $107,000 West Warwick, RI $106,400 Wood River Junction, RI $107,100 Woonsocket, RI $107,100 North Smithfield, RI $106,900 Wyoming, RI $107,000 Providence, RI $106,100 Cranston, RI $106,100

North Providence, RI $106,100 East Providence, RI $106,100 Riverside, RI $106,100 Rumford, RI $106,100 Smithfield, RI $106,300 Johnston, RI $106,200

Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer III Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer III's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$96,300

Average $106,200/year

$115,900

$8,025

Average $8,850/month

$9,658

$1,852

Average $2,042/week

$2,229

$46

Average $51/hour

$56

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$115,900	$9,658	$2,229	$56
Average	$106,200	$8,850	$2,042	$51
25th Percentile	$96,300	$8,025	$1,852	$46

Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer III Salary Growth & Career Path

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Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer IV

Alloy and Materials Engineer IV

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Alloy and Materials Engineer V

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer III, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer III Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Materials Evaluation and Analysis Engineer IV	$129,600	22%
Alloy and Materials Engineer IV	$125,200	18%

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